Is the expiry date of your driving licence getting close and you are already scared about spending hours in long queues? Don’t fret. Luckily, if you are in the capital city, the process is both quick and simple. Here’s our guide to Abu Dhabi driving licence renewal process.
ABU DHABI DRIVING LICENCE RENEWAL PROCESS
The Abu Dhabi driving license renewal process only takes about 10 minutes and can be performed online.
Compared to driving down to the TAMM Customer Happiness Centre or the Abu Dhabi Police Station for manual renewal, the online option is a quick and easy solution. So let’s take a look at how you can carry out the Abu Dhabi licence renewal online.
ABU DHABI DRIVING LICENCE RENEWAL THROUGH TAMM
Tamm is the Abu Dhabi government services official website, where you can find all of the processes and systems pertaining to residency in Abu Dhabi.
To renew your driver’s licence in Abu Dhabi all you need to do is visit the official TAMM website.
Navigate to the tab “Vehicles and Transportation” on the Homepage, select the Driving Service and then click Driving Licence.
You can select the request for renewal of your driving license and log in using your UAE Pass or SmartPass account.
Once you’re logged in, enter your Emirates ID and complete the required details to get your driving license renewed in no time.
RENEW ABU DHABI DRIVERS’ LICENCE THROUGH TAMM CUSTOMER HAPPINESS CENTRES
Did you know that there is a manual process for Abu Dhabi driving licence renewal? Head over to your nearest TAMM Customer Happiness Centre or Driving Licence Renewal Service Centre to complete the process. Please note that proof of a valid eye test is mandatory for the renewal procedure.
ABU DHABI POLICE
You can carry out your Abu Dhabi driving licence renewal through the Abu Dhabi Police website. Register your account using your Emirates ID and complete the process to get your driving license renewed. It also allows you to pay the fee online and provides the option of receiving your driving licence via courier.
ABU DHABI DRIVING LICENCE RENEWAL FEES 2021
You can find the Abu Dhabi driving license renewal fees here:
- Fee for 1-year driving license renewal: AED 100
- Fee for 3-year driving license renewal: AED 300
- Fine for driving license renewal delay (per month): AED 10
You can pay the fees via cash, card or electronically. Please note that the Abu Dhabi driving licence renewal process requires you to clear out all your outstanding violations and fines. Additionally, a delay in driving license renewal will warrant a fine of AED 10 for each month exceeding the expiration date. You can also have your driving license mailed to you for an additional courier fee.
FAQS
CAN I TRANSFER MY DRIVING LICENCE TO ABU DHABI?
Yes, you can. You have to follow the process to transfer a driving licence file from one emirate to another. RTA also offer licence renewal from anywhere in the UAE.
CAN PEOPLE WITH AN INTERNATIONAL DRIVING LICENCE DRIVE IN ABU DHABI?
If you have an international driving licence, you can drive in Abu Dhabi for a few months. However, you will be required to get an Abu Dhabi driving licence if you plan to stay longer than that.
CAN I PAY MY TRAFFIC FINES ONLINE IN ABU DHABI?
There are various ways you can pay your traffic fines online in Abu Dhabi. Read up on our guide to learn more about online traffic fine payment in Abu Dhabi.
And that wraps up our guide to the Abu Dhabi driving license renewal process. For more related information, check out this post containing everything you need to know about Abu Dhabi driving licences.
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